Back to the roots of Minibike racing

Irvine, CA.  (February 7, 2012) – Most active Minibike racers got their start on either the Z50 or Honda XR/CRF50 so they are considered by many to be the roots of Minibike racing. TBParts.com has been in business for over 15 years and still sells a lot of parts to people that enjoy riding and racing the “older”, smaller bikes so they have stepped up to sponsor the classic classes for 2012. Each class will be limited to just 10 entries on a first come first served basis so if you are interested in racing at the biggest MiniBike race in the world, you better act quickly.

You can get the complete rules here: 2012 MiniMotoSX Rules

Entries are NOW OPEN and are available here: 2012 MiniMotoSX Entry Form

Make your plans stick around in Vegas during the Monster Energy AMA Supercross weekend to get on the track yourself and race for an AMA #1 plate. You can find race entry and event info at www.minimotosx.com. Ticket information: http://www.orleansarena.com/event-calendar/mini-moto-2012

For rules and race information visit www.minimotosx.com or email minimotosx@sorc.com

Source Interlink Media Motorsports:
Encompassing the highly successful GEICO AMA MiniMotoSX fueled by Monster Energy, the GEICO AMA EnduroCross Championship Series presented by Lucas Oil and the AMA EnduroCross Grand Championships, the Source Interlink Media Motorsports brands reach millions of motorcycle enthusiasts with live events, web sites, television and magazine coverage. Visit www.minimotosx.com or www.endurocross.com

The largest Mini Bike race in the world celebrates 9th year

Irvine, CA.  (February 3, 2012) – The ninth annual GEICO MiniMotoSX, Fueled by Monster Energy will take place during the Monster Energy Supercross finals weekend in Las Vegas. On Sunday May 6th, you can put your own gear on and hit the track inside the Orleans Arena. This is the largest Mini Bike race in the world and you can expect 300 plus riders to compete for AMA number 1 plates and the largest purse in Mini Bike racing. In fact, CHP’s Willie Browning dominated the Expert classes in 2011 and pocketed $9,000.

There are eight adult classes and three youth classes as well as a Women’s class. For the third year, the MiniMotoSX will conclude with the World Final race that pits the top three finishers from the Expert & Youth classes plus the Women’s champion to take on the International Champions for bragging rights and cash. This event is a great time for racers and spectators and for most; this is the closest you can ever get to racing a Supercross. Entries are open now and you can make it a complete Supercross weekend in Vegas.

You can get the complete rules here: 2012 MiniMotoSX Rules

Entries forms are available here: 2012 MiniMotoSX Entry Form

Make your plans to stick around in Vegas during the Monster Energy AMA Supercross weekend to get on the track yourself and race for an AMA #1 plate. You can find race entry and event info at http://www.minimotosx.com. Ticket information: http://www.orleansarena.com/event-calendar/mini-moto-2012

For rules and race information visit http://www.minimotosx.com or email minimotosx@sorc.com.

Source Interlink Media Motorsports:
Encompassing the highly successful GEICO AMA MiniMotoSX fueled by Monster Energy, the GEICO AMA EnduroCross Championship Series presented by Lucas Oil and the AMA EnduroCross Grand Championships, the Source Interlink Media Motorsports brands reach millions of motorcycle enthusiasts with live events, web sites, television and magazine coverage. Visit http://www.minimotosx.com or http://www.endurocross.com.

November 14, 2011

From: The MiniMotoSX Staff

Dear MiniMotoSX Participants and Fans,

The MiniMotoSX team (MMSX) wants to address some concerns and questions regarding the 2012 event. Please allow us to provide an honest explanation on why the event will be back at the Orleans Arena and held on Sunday, May 6th.

After 7 successful years at the Orleans we were told that we would have to move to the South Point Hotel for the 2011 race (Due to a conflicting convention booked many years ago). Without a choice, we accepted the offer to be relocated to the South Point for 1 year instead of canceling the event. This was an agreement between the Orleans and South Point Hotel. Separately, the ArenaCross promoter booked the South Point for the same weekend for their World Finals.

We all enjoyed and appreciated the South Point venue and the dirt/track was great for the event but we knew it was only a one year agreement. That said we spent most of the summer trying to make something work to move the MMSX to the South Point. Sadly we could not make it work so we chose to go back to the Orleans Arena, which has also been a great venue for MMSX. It is important to note that the management at the Orleans and South Point were extremely accommodating and supportive of any options.

To further complicate matters for MiniMotoSX, the difficult times in the motorcycle market contributed to the loss some major sponsors, which make it extremely difficult to create a top level event. We were faced with 2 options: Simply cancel the event or find a different way to make it work. We decided to look at different avenues and realized that combining the event with the EnduroCross on the same weekend would save significant production cost. This is the reason the MMSX will be held on Sunday instead of the traditional Friday night.

We are all very passionate about MiniMotoSX, which is still the largest Mini Bike race in the world but sometimes reality kicks us in the butt and we have to make changes to keep it viable. We are already working very hard to make the 2012 race very fun and we look forward to seeing you at the Orleans.

All the best,
MiniMotoSX Staff

Why the change of date and venue? Please read: 2012 MiniMotoSX back to the Orleans Arena

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The 2011 GEICO MiniMotoSX, presented by Monster Energy and Braaap USA had 15 separate AMA number one plates on the line for expert, amateur, vet and youth classes. For the Experts, there was $18,000 in purse money on the line so you know that is going to lead to some intense racing.

Matthew Skerrett beat fellow Austrialian Mike Reefman in the 35+ Vet class. Tatum Sik took the lead from defending women’s champion Erika Short and never looked back to win her first MMSX over Jackie Ives and Katie Cyr. Zac Hays won the Vintage main over Shea Koester and Robert Rexrode.

Drake Williams won the 12 Inch Amateur class over Tomokuni Osada and Matthew Skerrett. Hiroshi Nakayama made the trip from Japan pay off with a victory in the 10 Inch Amateur class over Robert Rexrode and Kevin Papaeko.

10 Inch Stock/Mod was won by Clint Johnson over Duane Brown (one of the BBR brothers) and Joshua Sheffer. Tiger Lacey defended his title in the 12 Inch Stock/Mod class over Michael Horban and Drew Petrie.

The 12 Inch Youth class was won by Daniel Maynet over Kyle Davis and Dillon Drummen. Killian Woder won the 10 Inch Youth class over Dillion Drummen and Tyler Walker. Carson Brown dominated the 12 Inch Youth 9-13 year old class to make up for giving away the lead on the last lap at last year’s event. Robbie Wageman, the defending Champion finished second ahead of Zachary Bierbower.

Photo by Brian Jeffries

Results: 2011 GEICO MiniMotoSX, presented by Monster Energy and Braap USA

World Final
1: Willy Browning
2: Ryan Abrigo
3: Michael Blose

12 Inch Expert
1: Willy Browning
2: Derek Costella
3: Kyle Partridge

10 Inch Expert
1: Willy Browning
2: Ryan Abrigo
3: Michael Blose

+35 Vet class
1: Matthew Skerrett
2: Mike Reefman
3: Brent Bisbee

Women’s class
1: Tatum Sik
2: Jackie Ives
3: Katie Cyr

Vintage class
1: Zac Hays
2: Shea Koester
3: Robert Rexrode

12 Inch Amateur
1: Drake Williams
2: Tomokuni Osada
3: Matthew Skerrett

10 Inch Amateur
1: Hiroshi Nakayama
2: Robert Rexrode
3: Kevin Papaeko

10 Inch Stock/Mod
1: Clint Johnson
2: Duane Brown
3: Joshua Sheffer

12 Inch Stock/Mod
1: Tiger Lacey
2: Michael Horban
3: Drew Petrie

16 Amateur
1: Shawn Rhinehart
2: Jay Maloney
3: Blake Mitchell

Electric Bikes
1: Blake Mitchell
2: Chris Green
3: Jamie Lanza

12 Inch Youth 13-17
1: Daniel Meynet
2: Kyle Davis
3: Dillon Drummen

10 Inch Youth 13-17
1: Killian Woder
2: Dillon Drummen
3: Tyler Walker

12 Inch Youth Stock 9-13
1: Carson Brown
2: Robbie Wageman
3: Zachary Bierbower

Special Thanks to the 2011 MiniMotoSX sponsors:
GEICO, Monster Energy, Thor MX, Braap USA, Kawasaki, Traxxas, BBR, Ride Now Powersports, CHP, TB Parts, Pitster Pro, SSR, Scott USA, 2-Up Mini’s, Zero, Brammo, US-Way, Acerbis, Planet Mini, All Access, Milestone MX Park, Thumpertalk, Leatt, Off Road Vixens.

For rules and race information visit www.minimotosx.com or email minimotosx@sorc.com

Source Interlink Media Motorsports:
Encompassing the highly successful GEICO AMA MiniMotoSX presented by Monster Energy and Braaap USA, the GEICO AMA EnduroCross Championship Series presented by E3 Spark plugs and the AMA EnduroCross Grand Championships, the Source Interlink Media Motorsports brands reach millions of motorcycle enthusiasts with live events, web sites, television and magazine coverage. Visit www.minimotosx.com or www.endurocross.com

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Las Vegas, Nev. (May 5, 2011) – The battlefield for the 2011 AMA GEICO MiniMotoSX, presented by Monster Energy and Braaap USA is ready for action. The top mini bike racers in the world will converge on the South Point arena for the first round of practice on Thursday afternoon. Then on Friday morning, the riders will begin the qualifying process to try to make it into the Friday night main events. Over 400 riders will be competing for AMA number-one plates in 19 classes and with an $18,000 purse on the line for the Experts, you can count on great action all day long.

The pit area and arena will be open free to the public all day on Friday to catch the action and watch preparations for the biggest mini bike race in the World. But we suggest that you get your tickets now to hold a seat for the Friday evening main events, which will kick off at 7:30 PM (Gates open at 6:30 PM).

Make your plans now to head out to Vegas for Monster Energy AMA Supercross weekend a little early so you can race for an AMA #1 plate or catch the Friday night show. You can find race entry and event info at www.minimotosx.com and the new South Point Hotel host has ticket and room packages available at www.southpointeventscenter.com/events/11-minimotosx.php.

For rules and race information visit www.minimotosx.com or email minimotosx@sorc.com

Source Interlink Media Motorsports:
Encompassing the highly successful GEICO AMA MiniMotoSX presented by Monster Energy and Braaap USA, the GEICO AMA EnduroCross Championship Series presented by E3 Spark plugs and the AMA EnduroCross Grand Championships, the Source Interlink Media Motorsports brands reach millions of motorcycle enthusiasts with live events, web sites, television and magazine coverage. Visit www.minimotosx.com or www.endurocross.com

Concord, NC (May 3, 2011) – The braaap Factory Team is gearing up for stellar debut at The World’s Biggest Mini Bike Race, the GEICO MiniMotoSX World Finals presented by Monster Energy and braaap.

A new entry in the U.S. mini bike industry, braaap is kicking off its launch in the U.S. by sponsoring the premiere event being held this Friday, May 6th at the South Point Arena, in Las Vegas. Team leader Michael Blose, the 12-inch class champion two years running, has chosen to put the #1 plate on a namesake braaap superlite bike, the Michael Blose Pro Factory Daytona.

An award winning, business success story in the Australian mini bike industry, braaap is now being sold in the U.S. online at braaapusa.com. braaap bikes combine an innovative and rigorous design, development and testing process with a top quality bike build-out by U.S. mechanics using the best components made by credible brands from around the world. “I’ve been out testing my Vegas bike and am really pumped about the feel,” said Blose. “The ergonomics are killer, the best I’ve ever seen,” he added.

With a range of seven bikes, tons of performance upgrade options, and an awesome selection of accessories, braaap offers riders something fun, fast and affordable for every level of racing. Competing for Marcos Ambrose Motorsport, Blose is set to lead the braaap Factory Team, whose riders will also include braaap founder Brad Smith as well as X-Games Silver medalist Jarryd McNeil. “It’s my first time at MiniMotoSX and its going to be really exciting. This braaap Factory Team is an awesome combo,” said McNeil. “I’m psyched for this bike – it has more horsepower than I even need and it feels better and better every time I ride it,” added the Aussie.

braaap and its Factory Team will be showcasing their bikes outside the venue and in the pits the day of the event. For more information and updates from braaap, please visit www.braaapusa.com, or look for braaap USA on Facebook and Twitter.

Head on over to www.DirtRider.com to catch a sneak peek of what’s to come at the 2011 GEICO MiniMotoSX race. Be sure to remember the race venue has changed for 2011, this year’s race will take place at the South Point Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Go directly to Dirt Rider’s “Sneak Preview: 2011 GEICO MiniMotoSX” story by clicking here.

Photo by Drew Ruiz

Drew Gosselaar rode a Quantya to the victory last year but was joined on the podium by Chris Dvorack and former World Motocross Champion Sebastian Tortelli riding Zero’s. It is difficult to pick a favorite for 2011 as Quantya has not shared any plans for an official effort while Zero has factory Husqvarna WORCS/EnduroCross competitor Jamie Lanza joining their test rider and engineering technician, Trevor Doniak and Dirt Rider Associate Editor Chris Green all aiming for the top step of the podium. And to make the second annual Energy Crisiscross more interesting, Brammo, which has a proven line of electric street bikes and a frontrunner in electric motorcycle road racing events has thrown their hat into the ring. Brammo has been guarded with the details about the bike and riders but you can expect some major announcements next week. If you want to see what could be the future of fun in the dirt, you need to get out to Vegas on Friday, May 6th.

Make your plans now to head out to Vegas for Monster Energy AMA Supercross weekend a little early so you can race for an AMA #1 plate or catch the Friday night show. You can find race entry and event info at www.minimotosx.com and the new South Point Hotel host has ticket and room packages available at www.southpointeventscenter.com/events/11-minimotosx.php.

For rules and race information visit www.minimotosx.com or email minimotosx@sorc.com

Source Interlink Media Motorsports:
Encompassing the highly successful GEICO AMA MiniMotoSX presented by Monster Energy and Braaap USA, the GEICO AMA EnduroCross Championship Series presented by E3 Spark plugs and the AMA EnduroCross Grand Championships, the Source Interlink Media Motorsports brands reach millions of motorcycle enthusiasts with live events, web sites, television and magazine coverage. Visit www.minimotosx.com or www.endurocross.com